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Questions about OHIP

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Generally, OHIP provides the following coverage:


Children aged 0 to 19 years
One full eye exam annually

Seniors aged 65 and above
One full eye examination annually

Adults aged 20 to 64
As of 2004, OHIP de-insured coverage for this age group. However, certain medical conditions are covered within this age group, including diabetes, corneal & retinal disease, glaucoma, cataracts, keratoconus and some strabsimics.

After a full assessment with one of our Doctors, your OHIP eligibilty can be determined.

Optometric Services NOT Covered by OHIP include:

  • Additional eye examinations or second opinions within the periods listed above
  • Eye examinations that are required by potential employers or other third parties (e.g.Ministry of Transportation and associated reporting forms)
  • Contact Lens Progress Checks
  • Laser Refractive Surgery management (pre and post-operative) visits
  • Recommended Treatments such as eyeglasses, contact lenses, low vision aids, eye co-ordination exercises, eye medications

See more at: http://www.optom.on.ca/for_patients/what_is_covered_under_ohip/exceptions#sthash.gFaMtYOV.dpuf

  

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 Eye Examinations for patients with diabetes are covered yearly.

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